Flashback
5 years ago

He's a jerk.

Taehyung kept on repeating those words in his mind, reminding himself not to get carried away every time he accidentally crossed paths with Jungkook around the campus.

It's been a week since the last time they talked, which didn't actually turned out according to what the blonde had expected.

He had dried his tears for the past few days, feeling so hurt after finding out that his first kiss had turned into waste.

That jerk.

His hatred for the ravenette was up the roof, to the point that he just wanted to erase his existence in this world.

But of course that's just his way of making himself remember that he should stop ogling and fantasizing about the man just like what he's doing now.

Jimin and him were sitting on the bench surrounding the university's field. They still have 2 hours to spare before their next class, so they decided to hang out on the field.

Which was not a good idea, considering that Jungkook and his friends came shortly, taking the empty bench a couple of seats away from the two.

As soon as he saw them coming, Taehyung's mood drop, and yet he couldn't stop himself from sparing a glance or two towards the ravenette's direction.

"You're still not talking to him?" Jimin asked, noticing him glancing once more.

Taehyung retracted his gaze. "There's nothing to talk about." He said, trying his best to look the other way.

Jimin sighed. "You know Tae, I don't think he meant the words he said."

The blonde furrowed his brows at his best friend's words. "That's impossible Chim. You should've seen his face that time. He meant it. He's just a jerk who likes to play with anyone's feelings." He uttered, anger starting to rise once more.

Jimin shrugged his shoulders. "I don't know, Tae."

"Don't tell me you're actually siding with him?" Taehyung muttered, feeling a bit hurt.

"No.. Of course not. It's just that... I think there's a reason why he would suddenly act like a total jerk. Based on what Yoongi had told me, Jungkook's not the kind of person who would say those things." Jimin reasoned out, making the crease on Taehyung's forehead go deeper.

"Whatever his reason is, I don't care. If he wanted to tell me that, he should've just spat it on my face. But he didn't. So I'll just accept the things he said and move on." Taehyung abruptly stood, dusting off his pants before facing his best friend.

"It's just a kiss anyway. Not really a big deal." He shrugged his shoulders before continuing. "I could just kiss any other guy and get it over with."

Jimin shook his head, disbelieving his words but didn't argue anymore.

"Okay. If that's what you truly feel." He said, forcing a smile.

The two went ahead due to Taehyung's request. He couldn't stand being too near to where Jungkook is, not to mention breathing the same air as him.

They still have a lot of time to spare but decided to just spend it on the library.

Taehyung was busy browsing some art books when Jimin came to his side.

"Tae, baby. I'm gonna head out." He said, pointing towards the door.

The blonde looked and saw Yoongi standing by the doorway, waiting for Jimin.

"Oh. Yeah, sure." Taehyung smiled, wiggling his brows to Jimin who just laughed at his face.

"See you later, babe." Jimin winked.

Taehyung waved his hand, his gaze following the two lovers. He was about to turn his attention back on the book when someone caught his eye.

He couldn't mistake the man passing through the the library hall with a woman by his side.

Jungkook.

The blonde abruptly stood, his chair creating a screeching sound that made the other students look at his direction.

"Sorry." He mumbled, bowing a little before hurriedly taking his bag, speed walking to follow the ravenette.

He saw them go down the stairs leading to the parking lot. Taehyung doesn't know why but he found himself following them until he saw the two stopped in front of an expensive looking car.

The blonde tried hiding behind one of the cars, cautiously peeking to see what's going on.

He saw Jungkook talk to the driver, before smiling so fondly at the woman on his side.

His heart almost shattered seeing the woman hug him so tight before placing a quick peck on his cheek.

She's blushing so cutely, shy of what she did but Jungkook just smiled at her. He leads him inside the car, carefully closing it.

The car drove away with Jungkook still standing there. He turned around, and Taehyung quickly ducked down, his heart thumping on his chest.

Shit! Did he see me?

He panicked, hearing footsteps approaching his way.

"You can come out now."

Taehyung stiffened, hearing Jungkook's voice. He bit his lower lip, feeling embarrassed.

"I know you've been following me. Come out now, Taehyung." Jungkook uttered, making Taehyung wince in utter humiliation.

He slowly stood, his back facing the ravenette.

"I- I'm not following you, okay. I just happened to be around.. Yeah.." He mumbled, voice shaky and unsure.

"Anyway, I'll be going now. Bye!" He marched away, not giving Jungkook a time to say anything that will only make him feel embarrassed even more.

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"He has a girlfriend?" Jimin asked, not believing his story.

"Yeah." Taehyung said before sipping his drink. He grimaced, finding the alcohol too bitter for his liking.

The two of them were invited to a party of their new found friend, Baekhyun, who's celebrating his birthday.

The latter was introduced to him by Jimin. He had learned that he's majoring dancing just like Chimie.

"You never told me that." Jimin said, throwing daggers at Yoongi who's sitting beside him.

"Never knew he has." Yoongi shrugged his shoulders, sipping his own drink.

"Maybe she's not a girlfriend. Perhaps, a childhood friend?" Jimin reasoned out, making Taehyung look at him as if he had grown three more heads.

"Seriously, Chim? The girl kissed and hugged him and she's blushing for goodness sake. You know, the kind of look you're making when Yoongi is staring at you." Taehyung argued back.

Jimin rolled his eyes. "I never blushed when he stares at me." He defended himself.

"Whatever you say, Chim. Anyway, I'm pretty sure she's more than a childhood friend and definitely not a relative." Taehyung firmly said, dropping the discussion.

"Okay. So what are you planning now?" Jimin asked, swatting Yoongi's hand that's creeping on his thigh.

Taehyung's eyes roamed around to observe the people in the party.

"I'm just going to forget about him and look for someone new." He uttered, the alcohol clearly getting in his system.

"Oh babe. You're just drunk." Jimin shakes his head, disbelieving the words coming out of his mouth.

"I'm not!" Taehyung insisted, eyes glued on the familiar figure entering the house. He almost choked, seeing him clearly.

"Isn't that.."

Jimin and Yoongi turned to look and saw Ji Hoon smiling towards their direction.

"Hey." Ji Hoon greeted, tapping Yoongi's shoulder. "I thought you won't come." He added.

"Not really intended to. My boyfriend just dragged me here." Yoongi uttered, making Ji Hoon laugh.

His eyes settled on the blonde who's averting his gaze.

"Hi, Taehyung. It's been a while." Ji Hoon greeted, making Taehyung force a smile.

"Yeah. Hi." He awkwardly said, pushing away the memory of gripping the latter's dick accidentally.

"Are you also a friend of Baekhyun?" Jimin asked, getting Ji Hoon's attention away from the blonde.

"Nope. I'm friends with his boyfriend though, actually all of us, right Yoongi?" Ji Hoon said.

Yoongi nodded his head in agreement.

"Oh, so that means.." Jimin wasn't able to finish when a group of male entered.

Taehyung gulped, his eyes growing wide, seeing Jungkook with his other friends now entering the house.

"Oh.. fuck.." Taehyung mumbled to himself. He turned around, not wanting to face the other. He drank his glass in one go, quickly excusing himself to go to the comfort room.

"I'll be back in a minute." He said, rushing away from the counter and into the crowd.

He didn't even turn around as he walked straight ahead, looking for the comfort room.

As soon as he found it, he immediately entered and closed the door behind, heart thumping off his chest.

"What the.." He frustratedly went to the sink and splashed water on his face.

The blonde stared at his reflection in the mirror. He could feel his heart thumping loudly on his chest, making him groan in frustration.

"Why am I always seeing him these days?" Taehyung felt so fucked up.

How could he forget about his growing feelings for the ravenette if he keeps on showing up wherever he is?

Taehyung sighed once more. He's no longer in the mood to stay at the party. He fixed his appearance before going out to find Jimin, so they could get the hell out of there.

The number of people seemed to double, making it hard for him to spot his best friend. He went back on the counter, but the lovers weren't there anymore.

"God, Jimin." He frustratedly muttered, taking out his phone and quickly dialling his number.

He was busy listening to the ringing sound when a glass was placed in front of him.

"Care for a drink?" Ji Hoon smiled, offering him the drink.

Taehyung timidly smiled. He doesn't want to accept but the latter was smiling hopefully at him.

"Okay. Just one more won't hurt." Taehyung took the glass and sip on it, trying his best not to grimace at the bitter taste.

The ringing stopped, making him frown.

"Were you looking for your friend?" Ji Hoon asked, the sound of music getting louder.

"Yeah. Have you seen him? I really want to go home now." He asked.

Ji Hoon shrugged his shoulders. "I haven't. Let me just send you home, then." He offered, making Taehyung smile.

"Thanks but I'll just find them." He politely declined before drinking the alcohol in one go.

"I'll be going. Thanks for the drink." He smiled once more, walking into the crowd to find his best friend.

He hasn't gone so far when he felt his world spin, his body suddenly burning.

What..

The changing lights make his surroundings swirl even more, throat becoming dry and his body is tingling all over.

What's happening?..

He couldn't walk properly when he felt an arm around his waist.

"I told you I'll send you home."

Taehyung turned to look and saw Ji Hoon smirking at him.

"Wha.." Taehyung wasn't able to finish his sentence when Ji Hoon almost dragged him out.

He doesn't have the strength to fight back when he was taken out of the house and into the dark area of the parking space.

"Where are you.. t-taking me.." Taehyung is panicking, but his body just won't cooperate.

He tried pushing the latter away, but his force wasn't enough to make the man budge.

"It's okay, beautiful. You're safe with me." Ji Hoon pushed Taehyung on his car's trunk, hand caressing his face.

His eager hands roam around his body, making Taehyung grunt in horror.

"N-no.. please.." He tried pushing him away, desperately struggling out of his grasp.

He panicked when he felt his hand on his ass, grinding him towards his body.

Taehyung was in utter horror when his body is responding to Ji Hoon even though he doesn't want to.

He could feel himself getting a boner, his body turning hotter, though his mind doesn't want any of this.

"No.. Don't.." Taehyung found himself tearing up when Ji Hoon forced a kiss on his lips.

He struggled, pushing him away but it's useless. He's scared as he closed his eyes while Ji Hoon's kisses travel down his neck.

"St-op!" He barely said, body succumbing to the latter's advances.

"Don't struggle. I know you want it too. You're hard as fuck." Ji Hoon grinned, feeling up his cock on his tight jeans.

Taehyung shakes his head. "I- I don't want this... what- what did you do?" He sobbed, focusing his remaining strength into pushing his hand away from his crotch.

"That's a secret." Ji Hoon smiled maliciously, forcing his hand inside his shirt, feeling up his skin.

"No!" Taehyung begged, his tears cascading down his cheeks.

He felt so afraid. He tried screaming but Ji Hoon is quick to cover his mouth.

"Don't even try. No one will hear you anyways." He evilly grinned.

Taehyung shakes his head, feeling so hopeless. He sobbed even more when Ji Hoon started unbuttoning his jeans.

He was so scared that he shut his eyes close, wanting to think that everything that's happening is just a nightmare.

That when he wakes up in the morning, he wouldn't even remember any of this.

Just then, he felt Ji Hoon's hand being pulled away from him, his body suddenly falling on the floor.

Taehyung opened his eyes, and was horrified to see Jungkook toppling over Ji Hoon, angrily throwing punches at the latter.

"Fuck you!" Jungkook seethed in anger as he hovered on top of the now beaten man.

He punched him hard, enough to make him lose consciousness, unable to fight back the raging ravenette.

Taehyung doesn't know what to do. He stared at the ravenette with blank expression, mind still unable to process what's going on.

He could feel his body trembling in utter fear, tears not stopping from flowing down his cheeks.

Jungkook was huffing for air when he reached his side, concern written all over his face, seeing his current state.

"Hey.. Tae." He caressed his face, trying to get his attention.

However, the blonde had become deaf to his surroundings. He's still shaking, not believing what just happened.

"Tae, snap out of it." Jungkook said in a soft voice. He leveled his face to Taehyung, staring deeply in his blank eyes.

"Hey, baby. You're fine now, okay?" He held him in his arms, caressing his back as he sighed in relief.

Taehyung felt warm. He wasn't able to stop himself from breaking down even more, nuzzling himself closer to Jungkook where he finally felt safe and secured.

"Hush, now. I'm here. You're okay, baby." Jungkook held him closer.

"Let's get you out of here."

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Love you 💜